Community Engagement Advisor
Genesis
Date: 1 day ago
City: Hamilton, Waikato
Contract type: Full time
About Us
Genesis Energy is one of New Zealand's leading electricity generators and energy retailers, supplying electricity, natural gas and LPG to more than half a million customers across the country and providing almost 20% of New Zealand's electricity. We want to be New Zealander's first choice for energy management, striving to deliver a difference, challenge the status quo, be bold and innovative, and take responsibility for our customers and what matters to them.
Between now and 2035, Genesis will play a unique and vital role in energy transition. By joining us, you will play your part in supporting the delivery of innovative energy solutions which will create a more sustainable future for our customers, our company, and for Aotearoa.
About The Role
Join Genesis Energy as a Community Engagement Advisor and play a pivotal role in driving impactful community investment and local and responsive partnership initiatives across the regions where we operate. This dynamic role focuses on delivering transformative education and employment opportunities for young people through a range of Ngā Ara - education and pathways programmes, including scholarships, internships, and work experience placements.
You will be the key driver behind supporting site-specific community engagement strategies, collaborating closely with internal teams and a diverse range of external partners such as Mana whenua, kura kaupapa Māori, community groups, local authorities, and government agencies. Your work will support Genesis' Community Investment Strategy by fostering strong relationships, ensuring alignment with Māori values, and promoting sustainable, community-led outcomes that benefit both people and place. Reporting to the Community Liaison Manager, you'll lead and support initiatives that strengthen Genesis' role as a trusted partner within the communities we serve.
Please note that this is a full-time, permanent role that will require regular regional travel to our generating sites and may involve some weekend work supporting engagement initiatives. The role is expected to be primarily based in Hamilton or Huntly.
About You
You bring a genuine passion and commitment to community and youth development, combined with practical experience in facilitating rangatahi kaupapa and nurturing internal and external relationships and partnerships, preferably with Kura Kaupapa Māori, Iwi entities, education providers and community organisations. Your knowledge of Te Reo me ona Tikanga Māori is reflected in how you embed those values authentically in your work. With excellent communication skills and the ability to influence across diverse audiences, you thrive when building collaborative relationships that create real, lasting impact.
To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have
At Genesis, we value your wellbeing and your contribution to our team. That's why we offer you great employee benefits for you and your family. Some of our benefits include:
Apply today and become part of our awesome team.
Genesis Energy is one of New Zealand's leading electricity generators and energy retailers, supplying electricity, natural gas and LPG to more than half a million customers across the country and providing almost 20% of New Zealand's electricity. We want to be New Zealander's first choice for energy management, striving to deliver a difference, challenge the status quo, be bold and innovative, and take responsibility for our customers and what matters to them.
Between now and 2035, Genesis will play a unique and vital role in energy transition. By joining us, you will play your part in supporting the delivery of innovative energy solutions which will create a more sustainable future for our customers, our company, and for Aotearoa.
About The Role
Join Genesis Energy as a Community Engagement Advisor and play a pivotal role in driving impactful community investment and local and responsive partnership initiatives across the regions where we operate. This dynamic role focuses on delivering transformative education and employment opportunities for young people through a range of Ngā Ara - education and pathways programmes, including scholarships, internships, and work experience placements.
You will be the key driver behind supporting site-specific community engagement strategies, collaborating closely with internal teams and a diverse range of external partners such as Mana whenua, kura kaupapa Māori, community groups, local authorities, and government agencies. Your work will support Genesis' Community Investment Strategy by fostering strong relationships, ensuring alignment with Māori values, and promoting sustainable, community-led outcomes that benefit both people and place. Reporting to the Community Liaison Manager, you'll lead and support initiatives that strengthen Genesis' role as a trusted partner within the communities we serve.
Please note that this is a full-time, permanent role that will require regular regional travel to our generating sites and may involve some weekend work supporting engagement initiatives. The role is expected to be primarily based in Hamilton or Huntly.
About You
You bring a genuine passion and commitment to community and youth development, combined with practical experience in facilitating rangatahi kaupapa and nurturing internal and external relationships and partnerships, preferably with Kura Kaupapa Māori, Iwi entities, education providers and community organisations. Your knowledge of Te Reo me ona Tikanga Māori is reflected in how you embed those values authentically in your work. With excellent communication skills and the ability to influence across diverse audiences, you thrive when building collaborative relationships that create real, lasting impact.
To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have
- A tertiary qualification in education, social science, community or youth development, business, communications or equivalent work experience.
- Proven experience in community engagement, youth development, and nurturing relationships with diverse stakeholders including community groups, education providers, Kura Kaupapa Māori and Mana Whenua.
- Strong understanding and application of Te Ao Māori principles and values.
- Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage through various channels.
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and projects with initiative, strategic thinking, and a focus on positive outcomes.
- Strong self-initiative and the ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
- Clean NZ Full Driver's Licence.
At Genesis, we value your wellbeing and your contribution to our team. That's why we offer you great employee benefits for you and your family. Some of our benefits include:
- Health insurance, trauma and life insurance for you, and best doctors online service for you and your family.
- Electricity and gas discounts and an extra 20 power shout hours per year if you choose us as your provider.
- Matching up to 4% on contributions to your KiwiSaver or if you are unable to take advantage of KiwiSaver, then Genesis will pay a KiwiSaver Cash allowance of 3% instead.
- A flexible working policy to support you to balance personal and professional needs.
- Career development opportunities and a supportive learning culture.
Apply today and become part of our awesome team.
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